By Ayomide Otitoju The Lagos State Government has assured residents that there is currently no widespread outbreak of diphtheria in the state, while strengthening surveillance and preparedness measures following an active outbreak reported in parts of Nigeria. Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, gave the assurance on Wednesday during a press briefing on the state’s…
By Ayomide Otitoju Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth and sustainability of Small and Medium-scale Enterprises (SMEs) through its Quarterly Business Forum held in Kano. The forum, themed “Positioning Northern Businesses for Growth,” brought together entrepreneurs, business owners, industry stakeholders and customers to discuss strategies for strengthening business operations, improving…
By Ayomide Otitoju Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has secured fresh commitments from Chinese power engineering companies and financial institutions to accelerate the delivery of Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) projects and expand investment in Nigeria’s electricity sector. Tegbe secured the commitments during high-level engagements in Beijing as part of the ongoing Nigeria-China power sector mission….
By Ayomide Otitoju JMG Limited has showcased its Kaeser SM-13T Air Compressor at the 2026 Propak West Africa Exhibition in Lagos, highlighting its latest compressed-air technology and engineering solutions. The three-day exhibition, held from September 8 to 10 at the Landmark Centre, Victoria Island, attracted participants from various industries and countries. The SM-13T was one…
By Ayomide Otitoju NNPC Retail Limited has commissioned its first Smart Self-Service Station on Bill Clinton Drive in Abuja, offering customers a technology-enabled fuelling and mobility experience. The station combines fuel sales, electric vehicle (EV) charging and other mobility and lifestyle services, with a 24-hour self-service system that allows customers to select their preferred fuel…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has intensified its supervisory focus on terrorism financing as part of efforts to prevent the country’s financial system from being exploited by illicit actors. The apex bank disclosed this in a statement signed by its Acting Director, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations Department, Hakama Sidi-Ali. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju For many Nigerian businesses, opportunities for growth increasingly lie beyond the country’s borders as companies seek new suppliers, customers and investment opportunities across Africa. The expansion of intra-African trade is being supported by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which provides a framework for greater economic integration and market access. Farmers,…
Norway on Wednesday bid farewell to King Harald V, the country’s longest-reigning monarch and a widely respected figure whose final years were overshadowed by a series of scandals. The funeral was attended by foreign dignitaries, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Britain’s Prince William, as well as European royals and other world leaders. The funeral…
By Ayomide Otitoju Lagos State Government says it will prioritise residents’ needs in preparing the 2027 budget, while considering available resources and competing demands across the state. The Commissioner for Economic Planning and Budget, Ope George, stated this at the 2027 Budget Consultative Forum for the Lagos Island Division held at the MUSON Centre, Onikan,…
